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National Museum of Australia

An aerial view of the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.
First Australians Gallery at the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.
The stunning lakefront view from the Museum Cafe at the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.
An aerial view of the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.
First Australians Gallery at the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.
The stunning lakefront view from the Museum Cafe at the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.

Overview

Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia, on the shores of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin. The Museum's stunning architecture provides an extraordinary place to explore the rich and diverse stories of Australia and its people.

Take a guided tour or wander solo through the many exhibitions. Get to know the real, the treasured, the surprising and the inspirational objects from Australian history.

Discover the stories and meanings hidden in the Museum building, design and landscapes on the Building and Architecture guided tour at 10 am or discover the highlights on the Museum Highlights guided tour at 1pm or the First Australians Tour at 3pm daily.

For a treat, why not book the Ultimate Museum Experience with a tour, a meal in the Museum Cafe and a voucher for the Museum Shop.

Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 2121 reviews

“Very disappointing, confusing and a waist of time.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2w ago by bella2353

Very disappointing confused displays at amateur level. No real theme and absolutely no European history of Australia. Whilst the First Nations historically is critical and should be celebrated the...

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“Great place for education!”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1mo ago by Aviation C

Great place with lots of interesting displays. The information cards for each item might take a while to read, so take a picture and read it at home. Very descriptive as well. Learnt a lot there!

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“I shall never return”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1mo ago by David L

What a total waste of space, not to mention taxpayers' money. The museum is an utter disgrace, and anyone involved in its planning should be facing dismissal. The aboriginal exhibit was supposedly...

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Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Conference/Function Facilities
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Family Friendly
  • Food and Refreshments
  • Gallery / Museum
  • Interactive Centre
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Telephone
  • Public Toilet
  • Restaurant
  • Shop / Gift Shop